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E487 JPH

1988 Mercedes-benz 308 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

302,216 mi
Last recorded302,216 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2011
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 308 D169,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE487 JPH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2011 302,216 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 302,946 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 301,693 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 301,189 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 300,352 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 300,340 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 308 D?

Based on 98,454 MOT tests across 12,937 vehicles.

61.3%
Pass Rate
4,756
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
12,937
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,708
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,814
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5,530
Stop lamp not working 4,929
Registration plate lamp not working 4,900
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E487 JPH is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 308 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.2% with a typical mileage of 169,334 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 308 D fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 12,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E487 JPH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 308 D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz 308 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E487 JPH registered?

E487 JPH is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 31 May 1988.

Is E487 JPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E487 JPH shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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